• Test Code:
    9640
  • Department:
    Biochemical Genetics
  • Test Synonyms:
    Quantitative Phosphoethanolamine
  • CPT Code(s):
    82131 • 82540
Background:

  • Phosphoethanolamine is excreted in excess in individuals with hypophosphatasia or other bone diseases. It can also be elevated in hypertension, liver disease, and celiac disease.
  • Creatinine is run concurrently and used to normalize results.

Methodology:

Ion exchange chromatography

Specimen Requirements:

        Urine: 3-5 mL, clean catch spot specimen or aliquot from a timed urine specimen

A REQUISITION FORM MUST ACCOMPANY ALL SAMPLES.  Please include detailed clinical information, including ethnicity, clinical history, and family history.

Test Performed (Days):

Twice a week

Turn Around Time:

3-5 days

Shipment Sensitivity Requirements:

  • Freeze specimen, package in styrofoam shipper with ample dry ice to keep frozen. 
  • Ship via overnight express, using the FedEx priority overnight label provided. 
  • Contact Client Services for shipping kits and instructions at (855) 535-1522.

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